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May 5, 2018May 28, 2018

5 amazing places to visit if you only have a day in Ludhiana

If you have only a day’s time to spend in Ludhiana, you can visit the following places-

Phillaur Fort

It is a historic European designed structure, formerly a fort, now a training academy for police.

Address: Punjab Police Academy Campus, Phillaur, Punjab 144410, India

Contact: +91 182 622 2061

Time to spend: 2 hours

Next destination: Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum, 15 minutes drive

Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum

Maharaja Ranjit Singh War Museum is a museum with information of historic battles, the ancient war weapons, etc.

Address: Grand Trunk Road, Bhattian, Ludhiana, Punjab 141008, India

Visiting time: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib, 20 minutes drive

You can read more information about this museum here.

Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib

It is a historic gurdwara with marbled interiors.

Address: NH 1, Field Ganj Opposite Jagraon Bridge, Ludhiana, Punjab 141008, India

Contact: +91 98766 00101

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Nehru Rose Garden, 15 minutes drive

Nehru Rose Garden

It is an urban park with varieties of rose on display.

Address: Government College Road, Near Government College, New Prem Nagar, Civil Lines, Ludhiana, Punjab 141001, India

Contact: +91 72064 51251

Time to spend: 1 hour

Next destination: Fun City, 15 minutes drive

Fun City

It is an amusement park with variety of rides and eateries.

Address: Neopolis Mall Rajguru Nagar, Ferozepur Road, Near Westend Mall, Ludhiana, Punjab 141001, India

Visiting time: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM

Contact: +91 161 441 3800

Time to spend: 1 hour

You can also book a cab in Ludhiana and enjoy hassle-free sightseeing.

Route plan

Useful links-

5 amazing getaways from Ludhiana

The delicious Ludhiana food we call fall for ever

Travel options to reach Ludhiana and the best time to visit

May 5, 2018June 1, 2018

3 Offbeat things to do in Kasol

Kasol is a remote village in the Himachal Pradesh state of India. Unlike most of the hill stations of the north, it is secluded and perfect for a peaceful vacation. There are no great monuments here, but ample nature trails.

If you are seeking for an offbeat vacation, other than sightseeing, then you can indulge in the following activities in Kasol.

Explore villages of Himachal

Chalal Trek Trail — Courtesy: ayandrali.wordpress.com

Consider Kasol as a tipping point and explore the nearby villages. You can either hire a taxi, walk on foot, ask for a lift, or take local transport to explore the nearby villages.

Visiting villages are a great way to dive into the heritage of a town. And who knows what unanticipated is waiting for you in your expedition.

Our suggestions for some nearby less traversed villages near Kasol are Tosh, Chalali, and Malana.

Kheerganga Trekking

The Kheerganga trek is on the to-do list of many experienced trekkers. The trek starts about 14 kilometers from Kasol and the trail leads to the hot water spring and a temple of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati.

We suggest trekking in a group and going on the trek only when you have some professional training or prior trek experience since there are handmade bridges and waterfalls on the way.

Here are some basic trekking tips for beginners.

Trout fishing

You can also indulge in the activities like trout fishing and camping in the natural surrounding of Kasol. There are several freshwater spring and river tributaries sprawling around the town. You can find yourself one, and start fishing. It is a great therapy for those seeking pause in a bustling lifestyle. Also note, if fishing is in your mind, take the equipment with you from home, you won’t find many fishing supplies in Kasol.

Please note, the Kasol valley also encounters occasional psychedelic retreats, so don’t hassle or take otherwise if you find something out of the league. You can also hire a cab in Kasol on day rental for your entire trip.

Useful links-

Kasol: One-day trip planner

Stunning places to visit on your Kasol trip

Easy ways to reach Kasol

May 5, 2018December 3, 2018

The Ahmedabad food that wins your heart

Ahmedabad is truly a food lovers paradise. Catering to the Gujarati cuisine, this city has something to serve every taste bud, whether it’s sweet or savory. And you can find almost every taste in a single Gujarati thali, which comprises of at least 10 different items.

Further, in this article, we will discuss the heartwarming food of Ahmedabad.

Khaman

Speaking of Ahmedabad, and not including the world famous Dhokla, how is this possible? Many people get confused between Khaman and Dhokla, two most popular dishes from Gujarat. Khaman is actually made from gram flour, soaked overnight, then steamed and topped with fried green chilli, curry leaves, sugar, and mustard seeds.

These are soft and fluffy and a good preparation of Khaman melts in the mouth. You can find several outlets in Ahmedabad serving this dish.

Basundi

Basundi is a thick creamy dessert made by stirring the milk till it becomes thick. An amazing fact about this dish is that very little or no sugar is added, still, the dish imparts a sweet taste. Maybe, it’s the sweetness of the milk that emerges in the process.

You can try Basundi of Murlidhar Sweets & Ice Cream Parlour at SP road in Ahmedabad.

Dal Vada

These are crispy fritters made from moong dal and served with green chilli chutney. You can try this out at Shri Ambika Dal Vada center in Navrangpura, Ahmedabad.

Khakhra

Khakhra is a flat crisp bread with mild spices, typically eaten as a snack. Khakhra can stay on the shelf for months and are an instant solution for your hunger pangs. You can also bring home some home-made Khakhra for cherishing in future. Indu Ben’s Khakhra is a popular outlet for this traditional delicacy located at Navrangpura.

Gujarati Thali

A typical Gujarati Thali consists of roti, dal or kadhi, rice, and mix vegetable gravy. The number of items may be limited but are very tasty and fulfilling. The Thali is accompanied with buttermilk, which again comes with a number of spices.

When we visited Ahmedabad, we felt like stopping at every street food vendor. The aroma is so tempting and we just wished to have a bigger tummy. You can also enjoy a hassle-free food tour by renting a car in Ahmedabad and hopping around places.

Useful Links-

Fascinating places you can visit on one day Ahmedabad trip

5 amazing and accessible places from Ahmedabad

Offbeat hangouts in Ahmedabad